1. Introduction
Privacy matters to WhereTo. This Policy outlines what data we collect, why we collect it, and how we use and protect it. By using our Services, you consent to these practices.
2. Information We Collect
- Personal Information: When registering or using our Services, we may collect your name, email address, user preferences (e.g., vibe tags, travel interests), possibly location (if you opt in), and group participation preferences.
- Usage Data: We collect browser/app usage, device type, pages viewed, swipe behavior, bracket selections, and analytics data—automatically gathered to improve our Services.
3. How We Use the Data
- Improve User Experience: Personalize recommendations, optimize destination discovery, and refine interface flow based on usage.
- Facilitate Features: Coordinate bracket tournaments, manage group votes, and power in-app decision logic.
- Communications: With your consent, send updates about new features, promotions, or group invites. You can opt out anytime.
- Platform Improvement: Aggregate data for feature development, bug fixes, and overall performance enhancements.
4. How We Share Your Information
- Service Providers: We work with trusted partners (e.g., hosting, analytics, email) under strict data security contracts.
- Legal Obligations: We may share your data if required by law or to protect our rights.
- We do not sell your personal data.
5. Managing Your Data
- Preferences: You can manage communication settings and opt out of marketing via provided links.
- Access & Requests: Contact us to request data access, correction, deletion, or portability. We comply within legal and operational bounds.
6. Your Rights
You have rights to:
- Access your personal data.
- Correct inaccuracies.
- Delete your data (subject to legal constraints).
- Object to certain data processes.
- Withdraw Consent at any time, subject to effect on service provision.
7. Children's Privacy
Our Services are not for users under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors without parental/guardian consent; if discovered, such data will be deleted.
8. Data Retention
We keep your data as long as your account is active or needed to provide Services. If you delete your account, we'll delete or anonymize your data, though backups may persist temporarily.
9. Security
We implement industry-standard security measures (e.g., encryption in transit and at rest). However, no system is foolproof; we cannot guarantee absolute data security.
10. Changes to Our Privacy Policy
We may update this Policy. We'll notify you of significant changes by posting a new version. Continued use means acceptance.
11. Contact Us
For privacy concerns or to exercise your rights, contact: support@getpawsly.com